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BERBERIS thunbergii 'Red Chief'
Commonly known as Japanese barberry
Deep reddish purple leaves on bright red stems
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Deciduousleaves to 3cm (1¼in) long.
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Yellow
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Height1.5m (5ft)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, spiny shrub with arching branches. Produces lemon yellow flowers in spring followed by red berries and scarlet foliage in autumn.
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
BERBERIS thunbergii 'Red Chief'
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Additional FeaturesBerriesThese plants have berries.Pests & DiseasesAphids, powdery mildew.Place of originJapan
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Flower ShapeRacemes
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderCoastal / windsweptCottage garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginEntire
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Leaf shapeObovate
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Pruning groupPruning group 2Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsTolerates allAny well-drained soil.
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Available from £16.00
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
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Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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Wildflower Mini Meadow
Creates a mini-meadow for attracting bees, butterflies and bugs to your garden.
200g sachet which will cover 3 square metres. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi.
2 options from £7.00